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Coach House Garages
4.8(
104
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Serving Elmwood, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did an excellent job. They were expensive, but you get what you pay for. The building inspector of the city said this was the best built garage he had ever inspected. I would highly recommend them and I would definitely hire them again."
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Response time2 days
Response rate95%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Garage Elements
5.0(
9
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Serving Elmwood, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Last year we wanted to build an addition to our small house. Garage Elements did exactly what we expected plus built us a garage. We had a list of expectations before the project started. Not only did they meet these expectations but completed the project in expected time, the addition looks like an original part of our house. They blended all the new work to match the original house, and they plan with the customers before the project starts to meet satisfaction and budgets. They also built us a beautiful garage to match the house and everything was hassle free. No surprises, great people, excellent work, family friendly, I will call Garage Elements again for my next project. You will have no regrets."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
JME Construction Co.
5.0(
7
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Serving Elmwood, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our deck needed resurfacing. The structure was sound, but the decking was old and warped with nails coming out. I originally contacted the contractor who recently refinished our basement. He promised to send a bid, but between other jobs and family illness, he kept delaying. We didn't hear from him for weeks. We finally gave up and found Jason on Angie's List. He responded immediately to my inquiry. He came out to see the deck, took measurements, and answered all our questions about wood versus composite. He had a bid to us within a week. We chose cedar decking. We signed the contract and he was able to start immediately. After removing the old decking, Jason spread pea gravel on the ground and sloped it away from the house to keep rain away from the house. He also saw that the structure needed more joists. That added $200 to the job, but we were happy to have the structure reinforced. The completion was delayed by rain, but the finished product is beautiful and we couldn't be more thrilled. Jason was prompt, continually stayed in contact, explained everything thoroughly, and finished on time and on budget. We will certainly contact him for our next project. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cornerstone Builders & Developers Inc
5.0(
5
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Serving Elmwood, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We really enjoy our new toolshed. This is not just any old shed in your backyard, this is a shed the size of a small garage. We had a particular set-up that we needed the shed to fit in our yard to accommodate our fenced-in area. Cornerstone was able to create a spec of the new shed to our requests including double-doors and windows. We also requested a pitched roof where we can have additional loft storage. It was amazing the transformation. All was done within a short period of time and the Cornerstone team worked with us all the way. We bid several other construction companies and Cornerstone's bid provided us with more of what we wanted (tear down existing and rebuild new structure) without the huge price-tag others had quoted to "renovate the existing structure". I will definitely use Cornerstone Builders again for my future remodels and builds. Great job, great service, and attention to detail."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ground Zero Storm Shelters
4.8(
145
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Serving Elmwood, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

".They showed when they said they would and cleaned everything up.  It looks good.  I think they provide their customers with thicker/stronger boards to sit on while in the shelter.  I also think the shelters should come at least 5.5 to 6 feet tall.  Most families have at least one family member or friend that is over 5 feet tall.  If we have to stay in it for a hour to several hours, we need to be able to stand up.  They were careful with the equipment and quick.  I recommend you look for any cracks in your garage around where they will be installing the shelter and driveway, so if you see any cracks once they are finished you can have them fix it.  I also recommend that you tell your neighbors that you will be having a shelter installed and ask if they can move their vehicles out of the street.  Ground Zero has a very long trailer they pull their equipment on and they need room to turn around on/in the street. <br />"
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Arete Renovators Inc
4.8(
10
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Serving Elmwood, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They helped our dated bathroom get a small facelift with a new granite countertop, facets, square sinks and new toliet. We had 3 vendors quote the job and they were the best price, extremely flexible and easy to work with. <br />"
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for garage building service projects in Elmwood, IL

A well‑constructed, properly permitted detached garage adds between $12,000 and $36,000 to a home’s resale value. Buyers appreciate the secure parking, extra storage, and flexible workspace, so appraisers often bump the property’s value accordingly. The exact return depends on the garage’s size, finishes, and how well it matches the main house, but most homeowners see a strong ROI when the build meets local codes and passes inspection.

Yes—once it meets local building codes and you secure the proper permits, a detached garage can be converted into living space. Finishing the interior, adding climate control, and ensuring safe egress effectively increase your usable square footage, though it may not always count toward the official listing. Skipping permits can trigger fines and even force you to undo the work, so always clear plans with your city first.

Most homeowners policies cover a detached garage under the “other structures” provision, but coverage limits vary. Review your declarations page and ask your agent how much protection you have for separate structures. If the limit is lower than the garage’s replacement cost, you can raise it for a modest premium. Confirming the details now prevents headaches if you ever need to file a claim.

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